Unique Summer Wedding Ideas for 2022

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Set the Ambiance With String Lights

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PHOTO BY CAROLINE YOON

It wouldn't be a list of summer wedding ideas without including twinkling string lights! Dinner under the stars is a summer tradition; embrace this theme with an elegant, understated tabletop surrounded by romantic yet simple string lights.

Set the Ambiance With String Lights

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Keep Your Tabletop Simple

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PHOTO BY ADRIANA RIVERA

Chances are that the setting of your summer wedding is already gorgeous. Ensure that you don't take away from the beautiful natural backdrop by keeping your table decor simple.

Keep Your Tabletop Simple

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Set Up a Cozy Lounge Area

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PHOTO BY MALLORY DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY

Give guests a place to rest their feet from all that dancing by setting up a relaxing lounge area, full of vibrant summer hues and florals. Even better if it's alfresco!

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Hang Flower Garlands

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PHOTO BY SASITHON PHOTOGRAPHY

Dainty flower garlands have such a woodland, fairytale vibe about them. String them up at your summer wedding for a sweet look. You can attach them to string lights or hang them solo.

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Create a String Light Canopy

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PHOTOS BY ANA & JEROME

We've said it once, and we'll say it again: We love a summer dinner outdoors. That said, feel free to dress up the destination by hanging string lights above each dining table. This canopy of lights is totally gorgeous and creative.

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Provide Playful Glassware

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PHOTO BY JAMES & JESS

Every summer party needs flamingo pool floats. Elevate yours (these mini ones fit beer cans) with a pretty display of coordinating glassware—and plastic pineapple cups for fun.

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Surprise Everyone With Flower-Filled Ice

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PHOTO BY SUGAR & CLOTH

Add flowers to your ice buckets, making each one double as a cooler and a decoration. They might even emit a delightful fragrance.

Surprise Everyone With Flower-Filled Ice

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Opt for a Summer-Friendly Dessert Station

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PHOTO BY LISA POGGI

Want to really wow your guests? Have your caterer create a summer-friendly dessert station with chilly treats like ice cream, Popsicles, and fruit sorbet to help cool everyone down in between sessions on the dance floor.

Opt for a Summer-Friendly Dessert Station

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Keep the Cake Simple

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PHOTO BY ANNIE MCELWAIN

Keep your confection simple. All a summer wedding cake really needs is a few beautiful flowers to top it off, plus some sunshine! We love how these brightly colored florals pop against the semi-naked, one-tiered cake.

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Serve Pies

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PHOTO BY STEPHANIE BRAZZLE

Everyone loves pie come the Fourth of July, so why not serve it at the wedding? See ya, wedding cake!

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Set Up a Photo Booth

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PHOTO BY KT MERRY; PHOTO BOOTH BY WOLFSBURG PHOTO

Photo booths are a longstanding wedding staple for a reason: They're just so much fun! Make yours summer-wedding appropriate by outfitting it in plenty of florals and summer hues.

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Get Some Sparklers

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PHOTO BY LUCY CUNEO

Light up the night with sparklers! They're a summer staple, plus, they'll create some super-stunning wedding exit photos.

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Wheel in the Cake(s)

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PHOTO BY NICHOLS PHOTOGRAPHERS

It's no surprise that the summer heat can make fondant and icing melt. That's why this rolling cart is an awesome choice for summer weddings—keep it in a cool place and just roll it out when you're ready to cut the cake!

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Light Up the Night

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PHOTO BY ANA HINOJOSA AND SERGIO SANDONA

One of the biggest decor trends for summer is a custom neon sign. Whether the sign says your names, a special slogan, or even your wedding hashtag, it gives your party an electric vibe. Plus, it’s the kind of decoration you can take from your wedding and display in your home afterward.

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Make a Sweet Escape

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PHOTO BY SHELBY SCHMIDT

Take in the breeze on an open-air cart. It's perfect for photo ops and doubles as a unique getaway car!

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